PETTY OFFICER

1. the title of petty officer is given to a crew member for doing a job or post well, taking responsibility in an area and as a recognition for his applied ability, knowledge and skill in seamanship and Scientology tech and admin. The purpose of a petty officer is: to be an experienced able Sea Org member able to command any situation and to be a trusted and valuable terminal for officers and men alike. One usually starts as Petty Officer 3rd class (most junior), then by continuing and adding to his good work he can expect to work his way up through the ranks to 2nd, 1st and Chief Petty Officer. A petty officer is an able being. He's alert to dangers at sea and on his post. He can command a situation where experience and leadership is needed. He's bright, smart, knows what he's doing and is a leader of men. (FO 1978) 2. head of a section. (FO 196) 3. petty officers are Third Class (lowest), Second Class and First Class and Chief Petty Officers. (FO 922) Abbr. P03, P02, P01 and CPO.

a noncommissioned officer in the US or British navy. N Increasing Efficiency Glossary. Final approval 18/11/89